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Superspreading event

/ˈsuː.pərˌsprɛd.ɪŋ ɪˈvɛnt/noun
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A superspreading event is an instance in which a single infected individual transmits a disease to a disproportionately large number of people, often far exceeding typical transmission rates. This phenomenon underscores the unpredictable nature of outbreaks and has become a key focus in modern epidemiology, particularly during pandemics like COVID-19, where factors like crowded indoor spaces amplify the risk.

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